In this episode, Alex sits down with Matt Comand, Founder and Director of Performance of Emergent, and they discuss the intersection of sports psychology and corporate leadership. They talk about how principles from athletics can revolutionize corporate environments, focusing on stress management, resilience, and creating a culture of excellence. Matt shares insights on balancing conviction and empathy in leadership, setting clear standards and values, and the importance of continual adaptation in an ever-changing business landscape. If you’re looking to elevate your performance and lead with impact, be sure to tune in!

Chapters

• 00:00:00 - Introduction to High Performance
• 00:01:00 - Welcome to the Rising Leader Podcast
• 00:01:20 - Meet Matt Comand: High Performance Coach
• 00:03:00 - The Overlap Between Sports and Corporate Performance
• 00:04:45 - Creating a High-Performance Environment
• 00:06:00 - Balancing Conviction and Empathy in Leadership
• 00:08:00 - Setting Standards and Values in Organizations
• 00:16:00 - The Importance of Stress Management and Resilience
• 00:20:30 - Leadership's Role in Mental Health
• 00:24:00 - Adapting to Change and Redefining Success
• 00:29:45 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links and Resources

• Matt on LinkedIn: https://www.workwithemergent.com/ 
• Emergent: https://linkedin.com/in/matt-comand/ 
• Dreamfuel Coaching: https://www.dreamfuel.com/ 

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